How come your post doesn't show up on the thread so I can answer it with everyone else's?
My answer would be: I wanted to buy my brother what he deserved, but WalMart was out of their fly rod/reel/flies $20. combo.
Anyhow, define "afford". If it means, the best I can buy for him, even if I have to give up a fishing trip, hey, forget that!
I bought him a TFO and nice looking large arbor reel, backing and a cheapy Cabelas line. I don't need the rod if he doesn't want to use it. I'm totally covered for all the rod weights I'll ever need (except a 14 wt.) in the 9-9 1/2 foot length. Now I'm working on those 11 footers.
How about I buy him the most expensive rod that YOU can afford. Donations will be readily accepted. (Actually, Mom, my youngest brother and Aunt Harriette are also pitching in.)
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